GU Tech Training Instructor – Structures/Composites

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation is seeking a highly motivated and experienced GU Tech Training Instructor to join its Structural/Composite Technical Training Team in Savannah, GA. The successful candidate will play a vital role in facilitating technical training curriculum related to the build, maintenance, and repair of Gulfstream aircraft, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.

Position Purpose:

Under limited supervision, the Training Instructor facilitates technical, regulatory, or manufacturing training curriculum. He or she may be involved in course design and existing course enhancements in conjunction with a Senior Technical Trainer or Instructional Designer. This position supports training at all Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation facilities as required.

Essential Functions:

Conduct classroom and practical training to support Manufacturing and Repair Stations in the build, maintenance, and repair of Gulfstream aircraft. This includes structures, avionics, composites, torque, Click Bond, Permaswage, regulatory and safety training required for compliance with FAA, EASA, CAAC, OSHA, EPA, etc., as well as computer software training as requested at all GAC facilities.
Ensure all necessary training materials (course outlines, lesson plans, books, handouts, presentations, CBTs) meet training objectives while maintaining established departmental, company, and training provider standards.
Identify, research, and verify the technical accuracy of information required for training course development. Monitor all applicable information sources to determine required changes to current training programs.
Interface with other members of the department to ensure comprehensive and timely responses to training issues. Coordinates training functions with the manager of training.
Interface with departments to assure that the training department is knowledgeable of product changes or modifications and incorporates them into new or existing training programs. Acts as an internal consultant to Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation clients on training issues, work process issues, and development issues in coordination with HRBP. Visits departments on a periodic basis to promote understanding, cooperation, and ensure training requirements are being met.
Update training records accordingly to company and training provider standards.
Solicit, promote, and exhibit a spirit of teamwork.

Additional Functions:

Ensures equipment is functioning properly and training facilities are maintained in an orderly and professional manner.
Promote and ensure a safe training environment.
Cross-train to teach other courses on an as-needed basis.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED required. Associate’s Degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
A minimum of two (2) years of experience in the aviation industry is required, with at least two (2) years of experience specifically in structures and/or composites.
One (1) year of training experience is preferred.

Other Requirements:

Must demonstrate excellent presentation skills and the ability to effectively deliver course material.
Must exhibit good organizational skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, and team-building skills.
Skilled user of MS Office products.
Ability to conduct training for all shifts and facilities.
Ability to maintain control in a classroom environment and diffuse difficult situations when necessary.
Travel required, up to 25%.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

Requisition Number: 225162